Ibiza Running Races

If you’re in Ibiza and you’ve searched ‘running races near me’, ‘half marathons near me’ or ‘Ibiza running races 2026’ – look no further!  You may be surprised to hear that Ibiza is a very sporty island.  There are Running Races in Ibiza almost every weekend outside of the peak summer months – many of them are Road Races but the Trail Races on this green & hilly island are really special.

There are a lot of Athletic Clubs in Ibiza and their members turn out at the races in force, all wearing full-on club strip.  Some races have very generous prizes for top performers in their category, and most races provide great food at the end!  Entry costs are cheap except for some notable “big ticket events” (a couple are even FREE!) and many races have events for kids and/or walkers beforehand .  Sometimes you have to collect your number (dorsal) in advance of the day of the race (location dependent on the race).  Note that the trail races tend to be very strict on certain items that you must have with you, or you will not be able to participate!  Read carefully the race info that they will send to you after you have signed up.

To help you find a race, below is a list of the Ibiza Running Races (plus those in Formentera) that tend to take place each year (but obviously you should check out the event website to ensure it’s definitely happening on the year you want to visit!), plus links to other websites that are useful references:

List of Ibiza Running Races (& Formentera)

(In chronological order, with event website links, where available):

January:
  • 5k Ibiza Platja d´en Bossa: 5k(Road)
    The first race of the year is a flat and fast 5k on the (closed) road to Salinas, turning back to Platja d ´en Bossa when you reach Sant Francesc.  Cut off time of 45 minutes.  Put your speedy shoes on!Already sold out for2026.
  • Pujada al Puig de Missa: 11k (Trail) / 2.2k (Road) (plus shorter races for kids)
    This annual favouritestarts on the Santa Eulària seafront & finishes at the top of the hill to the church (the ‘Puig de Missa‘).  There´s an 11k trail race and a 2.2k road race which is literally running up the hill to the church.  Don´t let it put you off but the 11k version is named “extreme” on the booking website!   There´s also shorter races for kids.Held on the third or last weekend in January.  Entries are via Sportmaniacs.
February:
  • Cursa del Ibiza x Aniversario: 10k and 5k
    NEW road race for 2026 starting from the football stadium of UD Ibiza.   First weekend in February.  Entries in Sportmaniacs.
  • 10k Ibiza Platja d´en Bossa: 10k (Road)
    An international road race recognised by RFEA and World Athletics, it starts at the top of the road to Salinas, goes to San Francesc, and then back past the start and through Playa d´en Bossa – all on closed roads.  It´s flat and fast!  An opportunity for a pb perhaps?!  The cut off time is 75 minutes.  Second Sunday in February.  SOLD OUT FOR 2026 but you can join the waiting list!
  • Cursa Flor d’Ametller: 7.5k (plus shorter distances for beginners & kids) (Road)
    Really beautiful race which starts and ends in the village of Santa Agnes, at the time of the almond blossom – one of the most special times in Ibiza.  Takes place on a middle Sunday in February.  No website but entries are via Elite Chip.
  • Cursa i Caminada de Far a Far: 26k (trail)
    Race in Formentera.  Walk or run from the lighthouse at Cap de Barbaria to the lighthouse at Pilar de La Mola.  Last Sunday in February.  Entries via Elite Chip.
March:
  • Carrera de la Mujer 5k Race or Walk (Road)
    This race has the objective to promote and enhance sports participation amongst women, and therefore here at Running Ibiza, we love it!  They says it´s not only about running fast but about “laughing, walking and taking selfies”.  Only females can enter as individuals, however men can enter as a pair with a female – the pair must finish at the same time. The race starts in Figueretes and ends in San Jordi with a party in the square.  Takes place Sunday 8 March in 2026.
  • Carrera Solidaria de la Mujer 8k Race or Walk (Road)
    An 8k race in Formentera which you can run or walk. All proceeds go to a national Spanish Cancer Charity. It starts and finished in the capital, San Francisco, and the loop takes you to the picturesque park of Can Marroig.Takes place on the second Sunday in March.  You can sign up at the Antoni Blanc Sports Centre, or at the start of the race on the day itself.
  • Passeig a Passeig: 15k (plus shorter distances for kids, and a non-competitive bike ride for all.  There´s also a 15k for skaters!) (Road)
    The 15k leaves Ibiza Town & finishes in Santa Eulària .  All the other events start and finish in Santa Eulària.  Takes place on the second or third weekend in March.  No website but entries are via Sportmaniacs.
  • Cursa Trail Sa Talaia: Half marathon or 10k (Trail)
    Tough trail run finishing in Sant Josep and climbing Ibiza’s highest point, Sa Talaia (+935m and +456m of elevation respectively).  There´s a 2km section in the middle of both races where the fastest runners get additional prizes.  Held around the third weekend in March.  Entries are via Elite Chip.
  • Formentera All Round Trail: 72k, 38.5k, 19k, 11k (Trail)
    This trail race runs along the coast of Formentera, and if you do the 72k, you´ll run round the entire island!  Its route is marked by sandy beaches, cliffs, and rocks, and passes through its 2 most famous lighthouses: Cap de Babaria and La Mola. The 72k can be done as an individual or in a relay pair.   Last Saturday in March.
  • Cursa Patrimoni de Eivissa: 10km and 5km (plus shorter distances for kids) (Road)
    A popular 10k and 5k flat race with a new route that now starts and finishes in Vara del Rey in Ibiza Town.  There are also races for kids beforehand.  Last Sunday in March.  Entries are via Elite Chip.
April:
  • Ibiza Media Maraton: Half Marathon (Road)
    The route of this international race takes you through picturesque places on the island from the town of Sant Josep to Ibiza Town, passing through iconic places such as Cala Jondal or Sant Jordi.  And the best thing is that the total elevation is downhill!  In 2026 it´s on Saturday 11 April.
  • Ibiza Marathon / 22k / 12k “Run and Feel” (Road)
    The jewel in Ibiza´s running crown!  This is an International Race, very well organised and with a real party atmosphere – from the expo to the supporters along the route.  You also get a free ticket to a party in a club that night!  In 2025, the races take place on 18 April and all finish in Santa Eulària.  The Marathon starts in Ibiza Town, the 22k in Santa Gertrudis and the 12k in Santa Eulària.  There are also kids races in the morning, between 1500m and 250m for toddlers!
  • VIII Trail Port Sant Miquel – 27k, 13k, 8k (Trail)
    Arguably the most beautiful race in Ibiza, but very challenging!  Starting from the beach of Sant Miquel, you run up into the hills with fantastic views of the north including Benirras andPortinatx lighthouse.  The distances are 27k, 13k and 8k and the race is part of the Trail Running Championship of Spain – but open to everyone! Second or third Sunday in April.
  • Cursa Popular Portus Magnus: 3k (plus shorter distances for beginners & kids) (Road)
    A family-friendly event along the coast of San Antonio.  Third or fourth Sunday in April although it wasn´t held in 2025.  No website but entries are via Elite Chip.
May:
  • 1/2 Marató Popular de Formentera: Half Marathon or 8k (Road)
    International race on the beautiful island of Formentera – you can get there by boat from Ibiza in under an hour.  Places are limited and it´s so popular that you have to pre-register and hope your name is pulled out in the draw for the places!  (Therefore, it´s sold out for 2026….)  Held on the late afternoon of the second or third Saturday in May.  You can pick your number up the day before or the same morning.  Both races are ´A to B´ routes and finish in the port of La Savina.
June:
  • Formentera Trail 21.1: Half Marathon and 10k (Trail)
    This stunning trail running challenge on Formentera starts and finishes at El Pilar de la Mola, the elevated part of the island. Participants can choose the 21.1 km half-marathon trail through rugged, scenic paths with about 420m of elevation, or opt for a 10km run or walk.  The route showcases dramatic coastal views, rocky terrain and Mediterranean landscapes, perfect for athletes and nature lovers alike.
July/August:
  • Cursa Trail Sant Jordi: 16k (Trail)
    Amazing scenery on this 16k tough, hilly race starting and finishing in Sant Jordi, one of the most beautiful but little-known areas to run in Ibiza.  Part of the course is known locally as ´el inferno´ (´hell´), but don´t let that put you off!  In the last few years it´s been held in August, July and at the end of June – the date isn´t confirmed for 2026 yet, but you can be sure it will be HOT! No website but entries are via Elite Chip.
  • Milla Urbana + 5Km Es Pujols: 1 Mile & 5k (plus shorter distances for kids) (Road)
    If you like running in the heat, these races are for you!  They are held in the town of Es Pujols, in Formentera.  The mile consists of 2 laps of an 800m circuit and the 5k is 6 laps of the same circuit plus 200m.  Held in July or August.  Entries are via Elite Chip.
September:

  • Mini Maraton de Sant Bartomeu: 4k & 2k (plus shorter distances for kids)
    The oldest race in the Balearics (2026 will be it’s 48th year!).  A festival of 8 races which take place in Sant Antoni.  Generally held on a Sunday in the middle of September.  Entries are via Elite Chip.

  • Cursa Popular Pla de Sant Mateu: 10k or 5k (Road)
    This race starts and finishes in Sant Mateu, Ibiza’s equivalent of ‘wine country’.  Unfortunately this is not the Médoc and there is no wine given out during the race, but if you return on the 3rd week of December you can enjoy the free wine and sobrasada sausage at the annual Wine Festival.  Anyway, this is a beautiful race, highly recommended.  There´s also a rollerskate category!  The race is held on the third or last Sunday in September and is highly anticipated as the “first” race of the winter season.  Entries via Elitechip
October:
  • 15k Formentera Sunset Run “Run and Feel”: 15k and 5k (Road)
    Taking place on 10 October in 2026, his race was held for the first time in 2024, organised by the same people as the Santa Eularía Marathon in April.  The 15k is a circular route from Es Pujols and the 5k goes from the Port to Es Pujols.  It really is beautiful to run alongside the lake with the sunset reflecting in the water.   There is a free party in Es Pujols afterwards.   Pre-registration is open now – it´s likely to sell out because it was cancelled due to bad weather in 2025, and all of the participants were given a free place for 2026.  
  • Milla Urbana Isla de Ibiza: Mile & 5k (plus shorter distances for kids) (Road)
    This event takes place in San Antonio port.  For the adults there´s a 5k and 1 mile race, and you can run both with one registration/chip.  There´s shorter distances for kids too!  2026 would be it´s 42nd year but it was quite poorly attended last year so we hope it will go ahead in 2026!  Make sure you support it if it does!  Entries are via Elite Chip.
  • Pujada A La Mola: 8.6k (plus shorter distances for kids)
    Another Formentera race, which starts in Es Caló de Sant Agustí and finishes in the village of El Pilar La Mola, the highest point on the island.   Always held on the 12th of October, although in 2025 it was rescheduled due to bad weather.  Entries are via Elite Chip.
  • Cursa Es Baluards: 5.5k (plus shorter distances for kids)
    This first took place in 2024 and was cancelled due to bad weather in 2025.  From the looks of the posters, we think you run around the UNESCO Dalt Vila!  We´re excited to try it in 2026, weather permiting! Entries on Elite Chip.
  • Ibiza Trail Maratón: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k & 4k (plus a kids´race) (Trail)
    This is an international race of various distances (marathon, half and 10k), all of which start and finish in Sant Antoni, and all have impressive elevation gains!  The Marathon involves pulling yourself up a rope at one point!  There´s a big party in San Antonio afterwards! Takes place on Sunday 24 October in 2026.
November:
  • Sant Carles Trail: 12k or 7k (Trail)
    A very hilly race, which finishes in Sant Carles, where the entrants for the 12k start in pairs on the beach of Cala Boix according to their predicted finish time – in other words, a handicap race.   The route takes you to a pirate watch tower, along the rocky coast to Pou d´es Lleó (where the 7k starts) and then inland through beautiful woods.  As well as prizes for the winners, there´s a great raffle based on your bib number!  It takes place on 15 November in 2026 and egistration is already open!  Organised by Blue Challenge who organise many sporting events in Ibiza, they transport you for free from Sant Carles to the start point of the race.  Entries are via Sportmaniacs.
  • Cursa de Sa Sobrassada: Half Marathon Team Relay (plus shorter distances for kids) (Road)
    This race is to celebrate the time when Sobrassada is made on the island (and is generally held on the second-to-last weekend in November).  Sobrassada is a cured, raw sausage, made as part of the festive rituals that mark the coming of winter.  Very tasty on toast or in pasta.  Anyway, there are 4 different categories for the team event, ranging from 1 to 3 runners and a mix of male/female/mixed.  The course is a 1.5k circuit of Santa Gertrudis, and it’s up to each team how many laps each runner completes.  The prizes for the winners are, of course, sobrassada sausages…. yum! A great race for friends and family to spectate, as they can sit outside Ullivans or Can Cosmi and watch you pass them several times!! No website but entries are on Sportmaniacs.
  • 3 Días Trail Ibiza: Day 1 10k (night) | Day 2 Ultra (72k) / Marathon / Half Marathon / 10k | Day 3 10k (Trail)
    Organised by the amazing team at Trideporte, this event is a real test!  It takes place the last weekend in November.  Friday is a hilly nighttime 10k race through the UNESCO Dalt Vila, taking you through the Necropolis and down to the coast behind the Dalt Vila.  Saturday you have a choice of 4 different hilly trail races (from 10k upto a 72k Ultra), which all finish in Sant Josep and take you up to Sa Talaia, the highest point in Ibiza.  Sunday is a hilly(!) 10k race which started and finished in Santa Eularia in 2025.  You can participate in all 3 days, or just one of them.  It´s an incredibly well organised race, and your subscription fee includes free hot food and branded, useful running kit.   
December:
  • Cursa Popular De Sa Salsa: 6k (plus shorter distances for kids) (Road)
    We love this race!  A beautiful 6k race that starts & ends in Sant Josep, and has shorter races for children within the football stadium.  After the race they serve the traditional-in-Ibiza Christmas “Salsa Nadal”, which is made of almonds and honey but also chicken stock!  Held on the last Sunday before Christmas – put your festive gear on and get running!  Entries are via Elite Chip.
  • Pujada a la Catedral: 2.3k (Road)
    The last race of the year, held on the afternoon of New Year´s Eve, is FREE!  And open to everyone 10 & older.  It’s short but very steep (which is why it’s called ‘Ascent to the Cathedral’), starting in Ibiza Town Port & finishing in front of the Cathedral at the top of the UNESCO World Heritage Dalt Vila.  Although it’s free, you must register in advance and pick up your number before the race.  As well as the usual age categories, there´s a fancy dress category so it´s worth going along just to see the outfits!  Registration is via Elite Chip.

 

Useful Website Links:

  • Club Atletismo Ibiza keep their list of Ibiza Running Events pretty up to date
  • Latest list of key sporting events, including Running Races, in each of the Municipalities of Ibiza (only in Castilian/Spanish or Catalan):
    • Ibiza Town
    • Sant Antoni
    • Santa Eulària (click on ‘Guía Deportiva’)
    • Sant Josep (note that at time of writing there are no running events listed in Sant Josep)
    • There is no ‘sports’ section on the Sant Joan website so we have not included a link here
  • See the list of running clubs in Ibiza at the bottom of our Running Group page, if you want to join an Ibiza Running Club

Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Last Updated: January 2026